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Orange County grandfather killed in hit-and-run rollover crash

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Orange County grandfather killed in hit-and-run rollover crash

Loved ones are devastated after a beloved grandfather was killed in a rollover crash and the suspect remains at large.

The victim was identified as Allen Yangkaou Lee, 67, according to the Irvine Police Department.

The crash happened on May 9 as Allen was driving northbound on Culver Drive towards Trabuco Road in Irvine at around 4:30 p.m.

As he passed an intersection, the suspect jutted out and made a right turn against a red light.

The sudden movement of the suspect’s car forced Allen to swerve so he would avoid crashing into the suspect.

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The maneuver caused Allen to lose control of his car, causing a rollover crash. His vehicle collided with a center median, a tree and a light pole before landing on its roof.

  • Allen Lee, 67, seen with his daughter, Elaine in a family photo.
  • Allen Lee, 67, seen with his grandchildren in a family photo.
  • Allen Lee, 67, seen with his daughter, Elaine in a family photo.
  • The suspect's Honda Civic seen moments before causing a deadly rollover crash in Irvine on May 9, 2024. (Irvine Police Department)
  • The checkered decals located on the lower portion of the suspect's car. (Irvine Police Department)
  • Allen Lee, 67, seen with his grandchild in a family photo.
  • The suspect's Honda Civic seen moments before causing a deadly rollover crash in Irvine on May 9, 2024. (Irvine Police Department)

The suspect, who was driving a beige Honda Civic, did not stop to help and fled the scene.

Paramedics rushed Allen to a local hospital where he died from his injuries on May 13. His loved ones are devastated as they remember the beloved father and grandfather.

“He was such a generous and very caring man,” said Elaine Lee, the victim’s daughter. “He was everything. It was so sudden and it really does feel like there is a hole. He was ripped from our lives unfairly.”

Allen’s family is hoping the suspect will be caught soon and said they are grateful for the good Samaritans who stopped to help Allen after the crash.

“He is loved,” said Eric Lee, the victim’s son. “Thank you to all the people who got out of their cars. Complete strangers reached into a car that was completely twisted metal, crushed. They could’ve cut themselves, maybe they did, and they all tried [to help].”

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His family and loved ones remain in mourning as they remember Allen as someone who loved to help others in need.

“He was always helping people, so if people can help us find this person so they don’t do this again, I think that would be justice,” Elaine said.

Police said the dash cam video from Allen’s car has been crucial in helping them collect evidence in the case.

The suspect’s vehicle is described as a 2008-2011 beige Honda Civic. The car has unique racing-style decals on the lower doors on both sides. There appears to be red material on the door handles as well.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has footage of the incident is asked to call Detective Christopher Ostrowski at 949-724-7047.

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Boyle Heights warehouse cleanup begins as crews face 85 million pounds of spoiled food

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Cleanup efforts are underway Thursday at the Boyle Heights cold-storage warehouse that burned for eight days after firefighters officially declared the massive blaze knocked down Wednesday evening. Los Angeles Fire Department crews remain at the Lineage warehouse near Union Pacific Avenue and South La Puente Street as they transition into the overhaul phase, searching for […]

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Hospital needs help identifying man found unconscious in downtown Los Angeles

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Hospital needs help identifying man found unconscious in downtown Los Angeles

A hospital needs help identifying a male patient who was found injured and unconscious in downtown Los Angeles.

The man is believed to be in his 30s, according to the Los Angeles General Medical Center. 

He was found injured on the ground on Omar Street and has been hospitalized since June 22.

He stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 176 pounds. He has brown eyes, dark brown hair and tattoos across his upper body.

A male patient in his 30s was found injured in downtown Los Angeles on June 22, 2026. (Los Angeles General Medical Center)

He did not have any personal belongings to help staff identify him or contact loved ones. Workers did not disclose the nature of his injuries.

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Anyone who recognizes the man is asked to call clinical social worker Cesar Robles at 323-409-6885.

The public can also call the L.A. General Medical Center’s Department of Social Work at 323-409-5253 or, after hours from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m., call 323-409-6883. On weekends, call 323-409-5254.

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Clue may identify SUV in Long Beach hit-and-run that left woman injured

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Police are asking the public for help Wednesday in identifying a hit-and-run driver who left a woman badly injured in Long Beach late last month. The May 24 crash occurred around 11 p.m. as the victim was crossing East 2nd Street, according to the Long Beach Police Department. Video provided by police showed a dark-colored […]

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